You can change your Ubisoft username once every 30 days through your account settings

Log into your Ubisoft account at ubisoft.com, go to Account Settings, select Profile, and look for the Username field. Click Edit next to your current username, type your new one, and save the change. The new name takes effect when ready in your Ubisoft games and on your profile page. You cannot change it again for 30 days after you make the change, so choose carefully the first time.

Your username is different from your display name. The username is what appears in your Ubisoft account URL and in most games. The display name is what other players see in chat and on leaderboards, and you can change that one more often. If you only want to change how your name looks to other players, you may want to edit your display name instead.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Ubisoft username once every 30 days by going to Account Settings > Profile > Username and clicking Edit.
  • The new username takes effect right away across all your Ubisoft games and your profile page.
  • You cannot revert to an old username or change your username again until 30 days have passed.
  • Your display name is separate from your username and can be changed more frequently if you only want to change how other players see you.
  • If your desired username is already taken, Ubisoft will tell you when you try to save, and you will need to pick a different one.

What happens to your old username after you change it

Once you change your username, the old one becomes available for other players to claim after a waiting period. Ubisoft does not hold old usernames for you, so if you change your mind, you cannot get the exact same name back. Your game progress, achievements, and friends list stay attached to your account — only the name changes.

Other players who had you added as a friend will still see you on their friends list after the change. Your old username will not appear anywhere in your account history or in your games. If you were known by that username in a gaming community, you may want to let people know about the change so they recognize you.

Restrictions and rules for new usernames

Ubisoft usernames must be between 3 and 16 characters long and can contain letters, numbers, and underscores. You cannot use spaces, special characters like hyphens or periods, or profanity. Usernames that impersonate Ubisoft staff, celebrities, or other well-known accounts will be rejected. If you try to save a username that breaks these rules, Ubisoft will show you an error message and ask you to try again.

The system checks your username against a list of reserved names and offensive terms. If your chosen name is flagged, you will see a message saying the username is unavailable. This does not mean someone else has it — it means Ubisoft has blocked it. Try a variation, such as adding a number at the end or using an underscore in a different spot.

Changing your username on console versus PC

You must change your username through the Ubisoft website, not through your game console or PC. Log into ubisoft.com from any browser, go to your account settings, and make the change there. The change syncs to all your devices and all your Ubisoft games within a few minutes.

If you play on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch, your console account name stays the same — only your Ubisoft username changes. Your console account and your Ubisoft account are linked but separate. Changing one does not change the other. If you want to change your console name as well, you will need to do that through your console's own settings.

What to do if you cannot find the username field

If you do not see a Username field in your Account Settings, your account may be too new. Ubisoft sometimes restricts username changes on accounts created within the last few days. Wait a few days and try again. If you still cannot find it, sign out completely, clear your browser cache, and sign back in.

If you are using a third-party login (Google, Facebook, or Apple ID), you may not be able to change your username directly. Instead, you change the display name associated with that login. Go to Account Settings > Profile and look for Display Name instead. This name is what appears to other players, and you can change it without the 30-day wait.

Why your new username might not show up right away in games

After you change your username on the Ubisoft website, it usually appears in your games within a few minutes. If it does not, try signing out of your game completely, closing the game, and signing back in. This forces your game client to fetch your updated account information from Ubisoft's servers.

In some older Ubisoft games, the username change may take up to an hour to show everywhere. If you are playing a game and still see your old name, restart the game or wait a bit longer. If your new username still does not appear after an hour, sign out of your Ubisoft account on the website, wait 10 minutes, and sign back in to refresh your account data.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

No. Once you change your username, the old one is released and you cannot reclaim it. If someone else takes it, it is gone. Think through your new username before you save it, because you are stuck with it for 30 days and cannot undo the change.

What if someone else took the username I want?

Ubisoft will tell you the name is unavailable when you try to save it. You will need to pick a different username. Try adding numbers, an underscore, or a short word to make it unique. Ubisoft does not have a waitlist for usernames, so your only option is to choose something else.

Does changing my username affect my game saves or progress?

No. Your game progress, achievements, playtime, and everything else tied to your account stays exactly the same. Only the name displayed on your profile and in games changes. Your friends list and any in-game items or currency remain untouched.

Can I change my username more than once every 30 days?

No. Ubisoft enforces a 30-day cooldown between username changes. If you try to change it again before 30 days have passed, the system will tell you when you can change it next. Mark the date on your calendar if you want to remember when you are may be able to access again.

Is my username the same as my display name?

No. Your username is your account identifier and appears in your profile URL. Your display name is what other players see in chat and on leaderboards. You can change your display name more often than your username. If you only want to change how you appear to other players, edit your display name instead.